You and the other posters here have been generous in indulging me in this exercise of considering this "partnership" / BRRRR, but demonstrating that we can invest successfully on our own power before seeking out partners is not only my strong preference but just sound business logic.As a new investor my head starts to spin when I start to think about investing, and the many gaps in my knowledge reveal themselves: how to structure a partnership? 

As soon as you act decisively, demonstrate no fear, do not coward to his threats, and make it clear that you are managing to the lease without concession, he will stop thumbing his chest and making crazy demands.  

Your answers demonstrate you've put some thought into this.

Zach, specifically, does not demonstrate himself as an excellent businessman.

What is required is that you be able to demonstrate your intent to hold for investment. 

Los Cerritos Wetlands Oil Consolidation and Restoration Project (California): This project demonstrates how public-private land swap arrangements can be aligned with environmental restoration goals.

Proper time tracking and logs are critical for demonstrating compliance with this rule.I've only seen one person with a W-2 qualify for reps, and that was from a tax court case where people had to come in in person and attest to his hard work.

Here’s how to build trust with private lenders:Share success stories or past deals to demonstrate your track record.

This deal not only demonstrated our ability to execute rapid flips but also underscored the value of our strategic partnerships.

We have many hundreds of 5 star reviews (see the full set for yourself  https://www.trustpilot.com/review/nomadlease.com) that demonstrate this.Thanks for all the discussion and let me know if I can answer any questions!